AGT 2023 Qualifiers 3: Which two acts will advance to the finale? Vote for your favorite acts
The third week of America’s Got Talent 2023 Qualifiers aired on Tuesday night, September 5, and now the decision is in the hands of the viewers. With two acts set to move forward from this round into the season’s live finale, fan voting will determine who advances. Below we recap the biggest moments from Qualifiers Week 3 and explain who is likely to benefit from the America’s Votes audience selections.
This episode featured two Golden Buzzer performers competing for viewer support. The first was the Mzansi Youth Choir, who earned the show’s first-ever audience Golden Buzzer and delivered a heartfelt, polished group performance. The second Golden Buzzer was Putri Ariana, Simon Cowell’s pick, who closed the night with an emotional rendition of U2’s “I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For.” Both acts returned to perform for America’s Votes, giving viewers a clear choice between choral power and a single, emotionally driven vocal performance.
Beyond the Golden Buzzers, the night showcased a range of talent. Warrior Squad brought jaw-dropping acrobatics and stagecraft that made a strong case for a finale slot. Young singer Summer Rios offered a lovely vocal display but lacked the bigger moment that many voters look for when choosing finalists. Overall, the episode presented solid performances, but only a couple felt like natural fits for the live finale’s high-stakes spotlight.
On the competing acts list, the most probable contenders to claim the two advancement spots are Putri Ariana and Warrior Squad, with the Mzansi Youth Choir also a very real contender thanks to its unique fate as the audience’s Golden Buzzer. While Summer Rios and other talented performers created memorable moments, the weekend’s voting will likely favor acts with standout moments and broad viewer appeal.
Fans tuning in Wednesday for the results show should expect a mix of reveals and performances. Between the result announcements, season 17 finalists Chapel Hart, the country trio known for their spirited live shows, will perform as part of the results broadcast entertainment. The production traditionally pads the results format with guest performances and interviews while counting and confirming the audience’s votes.
Now is the time to vote: your participation will determine which two acts take the next step toward the season finale. We will publish our results and predictions after the official announcements, including analysis of voting patterns and which performances had the greatest impact on viewer selections.
AGT 2023 Qualifiers 3 Polls
Vote for your FAVORITE Act
Use the poll on this page to register your choice for the act you think deserves to advance. Fans are encouraged to show support for the performers who made the biggest impression on Tuesday’s show.
- Putri Ariana — Simon Cowell’s Golden Buzzer, emotional solo vocalist
- Mzansi Youth Choir — Audience Golden Buzzer, powerful choral ensemble
- Warrior Squad — High-energy acrobatic troupe with daring stunts
- Summer Rios — Young singer with a promising vocal presence
- Other notable acts from Qualifiers Week 3 — Diverse talents that captured moments
Which Two Acts Advance to the Finale? (PICK TWO)
Pick two acts you believe should advance to the live finale. Consider which performers delivered breakout moments, showed consistent excellence, and connected emotionally with the television audience—these factors are typically decisive when the America’s Votes results are tallied.
- Putri Ariana
- Mzansi Youth Choir
- Warrior Squad
- Summer Rios
- Other standout contestants from the episode
The Qualifiers round runs across five weeks and showcases a total of 55 acts competing for a spot in the live finals. Ten acts will advance based on overnight viewer votes during the qualifiers, and additional wild card spots will be decided by Instant Vote opportunities during subsequent results shows. According to the current season schedule, the America’s Got Talent season 18 finale is set to air across two nights, Tuesday, September 26 and Wednesday, September 27, on NBC.
Vote now and check back for our predictions and the live-results recap after the Wednesday broadcast. Your vote can make the difference in who earns a spot on the AGT finale stage.